Supreme Court Advocates for Childcare and Feeding Rooms in Public Spaces

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Supreme Court Advocates for Childcare and Feeding Rooms in Public Spaces The Supreme Court of India has suggested that the Union Government develop a comprehensive policy addressing the construction of feeding rooms and childcare facilities  in public places. This move aims to ensure that nursing mothers and their children can access basic amenities in a dignified and private manner, reinforcing their fundamental rights under the Indian Constitution. SC Encourages Policy Formulation A bench comprising Justice BV Nagarathna  and Justice N Kotiswar Singh  highlighted the absence of a structured framework to address this pressing issue. The court advised the Centre to propose a policy that could then be implemented across the states, scheduling the next hearing for December 10, 2024.   The apex court emphasized that before issuing formal directions, it was crucial to understand the Centre’s perspective on implementing the petitioner’s demand for childcare and feedi...
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India Welcomes New Election Commissioners

India Welcomes New Election Commissioners


Introduction:

The Election Commission of India (ECI) welcomed two new Election Commissioners, Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, who officially joined the Commission on Friday. Their appointment comes after a selection panel chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi finalized their names on Thursday.


Appointment Process:

The selection committee, comprising the Prime Minister, Law Minister, and Leader of the Opposition, met to consider names for the vacant positions of election commissioners. However, dissent was expressed by Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury regarding the selection process.


Background of Appointees:

Gyanesh Kumar, who retired as the secretary of the cooperation ministry in February, and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, former Chief Secretary of Uttarakhand, bring with them extensive experience in administration and governance.


Legislative Changes:

The appointment and service terms of Chief Election Commissioners and election commissioners are now regulated by a bill passed by the Rajya Sabha on December 12. This bill replaces the Election Commission (Conditions of Service of Election Commissioners and Transaction of Business) Act, 1991.


Appointment Procedure:

According to the new bill, the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (ECs) will be appointed by the President upon the recommendation of a Selection Committee, which includes the Prime Minister, a Union Cabinet Minister, and the Leader of the Opposition or the leader of the largest opposition party in Lok Sabha.


Upcoming Tasks:

The newly appointed Election Commissioners will have the crucial responsibility of ensuring the successful conduct of the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, scheduled to be held in April-May this year.


Conclusion:

The addition of Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu to the Election Commission strengthens the democratic process in India and underscores the importance of fair and transparent elections in the country's governance.

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